Pescadito Frito
This classic Spanish appetizer features small fish, often anchovies or sardines, lightly battered and fried until crispy. It's a simple yet delicious dish, perfect for sharing with friends.
Een origineel recept van Forkin
- Totale tijd
- 25 min
- Porties
- 4
- Moeilijkheid
- Makkelijk
Allergeneninformatie: kan vis en gluten bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.
Mise-en-place
Ingrediënten
Ingrediënten
- 500 gfresh anchovy, cleaned, heads and guts removed
- 100 gall-purpose flour
- 1 tlsalt
- 0,5 tlblack pepper, freshly ground
- 500 mlolive oil
for serving
- 1 stlemon, cut into wedges
Keukengerei
paper towels · kitchen thermometer · large pan · shallow dish · slotted spoon
De bereidingswijze
Stap voor stap
- 1
Rinse the cleaned anchovies under cold water and pat them very dry with paper towels.
Ongeveer 3 min
Tip van de kok: Ensure the fish are completely dry to achieve a crispier fry and prevent oil splattering.
- 2
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 3
Dredge each anchovy in the seasoned flour, ensuring it is lightly and evenly coated.
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: Shake off any excess flour to avoid a thick, doughy coating.
- 4
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan or deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches about 175°C (350°F).
Ongeveer 3 min
Tip van de kok: Use a kitchen thermometer for accuracy, or test by dropping a pinch of flour; it should sizzle immediately.
- 5
Carefully place the floured anchovies into the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Ongeveer 1 min
Tip van de kok: Overcrowding will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy fish.
- 6
Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Ongeveer 4 min
- 7
Remove the fried anchovies with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 8
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Goed bewaren
Store any leftover fried fish in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a preheated oven or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for a few minutes until crispy.